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Newspaper
The Clermont Courier
Location
Batavia, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 23, 1849
Page
3
Fragmented text discusses cattle pasturage in Kentucky Indiana and Ohio. It mentions supply regions for pasture and the need to move or balance stock feeding with seasonal conditions, noting health and regional advantages and risks amid historical context. It references early settlers and regional economy shaping livestock movement.
The Steamer Hibernia arrived in Boston on the 17th bringing Liverpool dates to August 4. The harvest outlook in England shows grain crops maturing well with expectations of a large yield. Bread stuffs remain low in spirits as supplies, especially corn, ease in price. flour sales are limited with buyers favored. American sound and good descriptions are scarce. rates quoted at 24 25s per quarter and 24 25s per barrel for refined goods. inferior stock at 20 21s per barrel.
Dispatches report Hungarian forces under Gorgey defeating Russians at Waitzen and pushing toward Raschany and Belgrade while Magyar generals coordinate from Epey to Apomba. Vienna admits Waitzen victory amid cabinet alarm. widespread Hungarian support aids supply and intelligence. News notes Ottoman frontier mobilization and a Polish conspiracy in Russia.
The London Times concedes the Hungarian generals hold advantages amid a broader conflict with Austria and Russia backing their rival. The article notes their extraordinary military abilities and hopes they endure the unequal struggle, while affairs in Rome remain in a state of status quo.
A large gathering of Hungary supporters met in Independence Square last night with Mr Dallas presiding. An address and resolutions urged the government to recognize Hungarian independence. Speeches by Judges Kelly and Conrad Col Page Gen. Smith and others stirred strong enthusiasm.
A Santa Fe trading group led by Thomas J. Slaughter reached St. Louis with $100,000 in specie and 500 letters from California emigrants. They left July 7 and carried a large mail to Fort Leavenworth. Major Chevalie, with 25 Americans, agreed to Chihuahua terms to battle the Apaches with rewards for scalps and prisoners.
The fragment recounts English cattle breeding progress led by Bakewell and others, tracing prices and exchanges, including Mohawk arrivals and notable stock transfers to Kentucky. It cites sales totals, farmer actors, and the distribution of cattle among named owners and buyers across 1789 to 1817.
The Springfield Republic reports a ten year old boy was struck in the jaw and cheek when a gun carried by companions discharged during a chase near Nichols farm. Doctors fear he may not recover. Also noted, Eaton clerics fled amid cholera panic on Fast Day leaving congregations praying without pastors. Lexington Atlas tallies cholera deaths 275 in the city and 60 at the asylum, 335 total.
The Aug 22 1849 market report shows wheat prices easing as receipts increased. Weekly totals include 4,946 barrels from rivers canals and rail, with quotes 90 95 cents for new wheat and $1.00 old. Corn 35 38 cents, barley 50 55, rye 69 82, oats about 26 30 cents. hay lease $12 14 and based $65 70. A Temperance society meeting in Lewisburg reports a fatal horse accident and minor injuries.
On July 29 by H. Irvin Esq. Samuel Smitten wed Marcer Suorg, both of the county. On August 5 by H Irvin Esq. Man- DRUM AMES married Mary Wairtrnry, both of the county.
Obituary records report Persi C. Parker dying at Mount Carmel on the 11th in his 44th year, praised as a liberal, energetic seafarer and valued citizen. Also noted are obits for Elder A K Sarcent and wife, a Mrs Catherine Vanospott, Armstrong Lytle in Yazoo City, Jacob Coyrop, and Lucy Morais of Milford. Plus a Batavia Union tribute to Mary Carter with formal resolutions.
T. D. Hartman, attorney and counsellor at law, announces his office in Cynthiana, Clermont County, Ohio. Dated August 16, 1849. Age 27 years and 1 month.
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